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02-07-2025

Photographer : Shamanth Patil Photography

The design philosophy of The Muthappa Residence revolves around meeting their clients’ fundamental needs with elegance and simplicity. Their primary focus was on harnessing natural light and airflow, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and air conditioning. To achieve this, they centered the layout of the house around a courtyard positioned to capture the eastern sun, creating a luminous core for the residence. Complemented by strategically placed open spaces throughout, this design ensures ample cross ventilation,creating a naturally comfortable environment. The other key requirement from their clients was ample open space for their children to play. The courtyard along with the smaller pockets of open spaces caters to this requirement as well.

The circulation of the spaces have been turned into a very pleasant experience as one moves through a series of double and single floor heights. Starting with the foyer from where one starts to see a glimpse of the courtyard, the ground floor houses a double height formal living room that is visible from the office room on the first floor, a dining and dry kitchen that has the courtyard on one side and a quaint sit out on the other side. The dining room then leads to the guest bedroom and the wet kitchen.

Bangalore,Karnataka,India

Architects	:	JVA
Area	:	5000 sq. ft.
Year of Completion	:	2024
Website	:	https://www.instagram.com/designbyjva/

Exterior view of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The first floor hosts a spacious family room with skylights, overlooking the courtyard below, while the master bedroom, children’s rooms, and office encircle this communal space. Finally, the second floor features a cozy terrace attached to a bar, a library, and a larger terrace garden.

Overall, the Architecture ensures that the courtyard on the ground floor remains seamlessly integrated with all the common areas of the house. From the formal living and dining areas to the dry and wet kitchens, family room, and even the balconies and terrace gardens across all floors, every space offers a clear view of the courtyard.

The Interior Design of this residence is truly a reflection of the clients’ personality - simplicity and finesse. The clients wanted us to make sure that their traditional roots were maintained through the choice of materials, keeping in mind a rather minimalistic approach. This led to the use of subtle yet powerful Kota flooring, teak wood doors and windows, terracotta and fabric light fixtures and so on. A lot of the furniture have been meticulously designed, detailed and built on site and others are thoughtfully curated solid wood furniture.

Pedestrian Entrance of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The pedestrian entrance pathway from the parking area features elegant granite flooring flanked by tastefully placed planters on either sides. This thoughtful design detail not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also creates a welcoming ambiance for visitors approaching the house.

Pedestrian Entrance of Muthappa Residence by JVA

Wide granite steps lead up to the porch, which is elegantly shaded by a Mangalore-tiled roof. Adjacent to the porch, a window offers a view of the road, adding to the functionality and appeal of the facade.

Formal living area of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The formal living area is a double-height space with windows overlooking the courtyard, infusing the room with natural light and a sense of openness. In line with the client’s specifications, the windows of the office room above are designed to open into this expansive double height space, fostering connectivity and a seamless flow between the different areas of the home. This room is furnished with sofas and a beautiful center table from Alankaram and a cluster pendant light from

Olie lighting studio.

Passage to staircase and dining area of Muthappa Residence by JVA

From the formal living area, one can get a glimpse of the staircase and the adjoining dining room, creating a seamless connection between these spaces. This space is enhanced by custom antique brass artwork, meticulously crafted by local artisans, infusing the space with a distinct touch of character and craftsmanship.

Courtyard of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The dining area and the dry kitchen seamlessly connect to the courtyard, featuring brick flooring that harmonizes with the overall aesthetic of the house. Additionally, from the courtyard, one can also catch a glimpse of the sitout located on the opposite side, ensuring uninterrupted visual connection and optimal cross ventilation throughout the space.

Courtyard of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The courtyard features brick flooring and granite steps leading to the dining on one side, dry kitchen on one side and wide windows to the formal living on another side. A balcony on the first floor that is shared by one of the Childrens’ bedrooms and the family room also overlooks

the courtyard.

Dining of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The dry kitchen features patterned flooring that complements the kota flooring while also introducing variation and visual interest. In the dining room, carefully curated furniture pieces from Magari and Tusker Katha add to the ambiance. The dining table hails from Magari, while the dining chairs and crockery unit are sourced from Tusker Katha. Above the dining table, a cluster of thoughtfully chosen terracotta lamps serves as the focal point, seamlessly blending into the space and adding a touch of warmth and charm.

Dining of Muthappa Residence by JVA

Kitchen of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The wet kitchen features a neutral palette and plenty of natural light and ventilation, ensuring a bright and airy space for cooking. There is a window that connects the dry kitchen and the wet kitchen. This window also visually connects the wet kitchen to the courtyard.

Pooja room of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The Pooja room features walls finished in yellow oxide, creating a serene ambiance. A strategically placed skylight ensures a consistent flow of natural light throughout the day, maintaining a tranquil atmosphere for prayer and reflection.

Family living area of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The family room on the first floor is a double-height space, adorned with skylights and offering a view of the courtyard. Adding to its charm are fabric pendant lights from Purple Turtles, elegantly arranged to form a grand cluster. Furnished with sofas, single seaters, and a center table from Magari, it offers both comfort and style.

Master Bedroom of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The Master bedroom is thoughtfully designed with a customized bench and storage unit, tailored to meet the client’s specific storage requirements. Like all the other spaces in the house, this room is bathed in natural light and offers cross ventilation, ensuring a comfortable and refreshing atmosphere.

Son's Bedroom of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The Son’s bedroom is designed with a neutral palette, tailored to reflect his personal taste. Ample storage space is provided to accommodate his books and school supllies.

Second floor view of Muthappa Residence by JVA

As they ascend to the 2nd floor, their attention is drawn to the family room on the 1st floor, followed by the library and a spacious terrace garden on the opposite side. The presence of skylights, wooden rafters, and patterned flooring further elevates the ambiance of this area.

Library of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The library, which overlooks the family room, features an attached study for added functionality. The inclusion of skylights, wooden rafters, and patterned flooring enriches this space, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Toilet of Muthappa Residence by JVA

In response to the clients’ desire for a refreshing bathroom experience intertwined with nature, the design of the bathrooms aimed to seamlessly integrate greenery. This vision led to the incorporation of small green pockets adjacent to the bathrooms, allowing ample sunlight to filter in

and infusing a sense of natural tranquility. These elements ensure both privacy and easy maintenance.

Terrace of Muthappa Residence by JVA

The terrace garden on the 2nd floor is meticulously landscaped to offer both a picturesque view and ample privacy at the same time. Enhanced by a Mangalore glass-tiled roof, it provides comfortable seating and a spacious play area for children to enjoy.